Hawai'i County

The League of Women Voters works at local, state and national levels to educate policy makers and the public on pressing issues, and takes concerted action to achieve positive change in our communities.

The League of Women Voters of Hawai'i County has been a part of the Big Island community since the 1960s. Members of the Hawai'i Island League work on local, state and national issues that they are passionate about, such as:

Protecting Voter Rights

Transparency and Ethics in Government

For more information about the Big Island League, contact us at (808) 933-VOTE (messages only) or by email atlwvhawaiicty@gmail.com, read our current newsletter here, and see past events here.

Note: As we continue to monitor the Coronavirus, the health and safety of our members is paramount. The League has canceled all face-to-face League events and meetings through 5/15/20. Dates and events posted may change. Please check this website for updates, or contact the League.

On June 5th, members of the State Legislature sent a joint letter to the Hawaii County Clerk requesting the establishment of additional Voting Service Centers and places of deposit. The text of the letter is below.

On May 30th, the League sent letters to County Council Members Ashley Kierkiewicz (District 4) and Matthew Kaneali‘i-Kleinfelder (District 5) advocating for additional Voting Service Centers on Hawai`i Island.

With more than 40 states still scheduled to hold primary and local elections between now and November, and with election changes announced almost every day, it’s never been more important for voters to know when and how they can make t